Christmas Past, Present And Future At Home And Abroad
Two West Virginia University professors discuss the ancient origins of our modern Christmas traditions as well as how people in other countries celebrate.
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Food Insecurity Being Addressed On MU Campus
The Marshall University Student Government Association and Student Affairs have started their annual food drive by placing donation drop-off boxes in all of the main Marshall campus buildings.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsUnderstanding The Scope Of W.Va. Food Insecurity, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, Briana Heaney spoke with Cindi Kirkhart, the chief executive officer of the Facing Hunger Foodbank, and Senate Minority Leader Sen. Mike Woelfel, D-Cabell, to help us better understand food insecurity issues in the state.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDHHR Restructuring Bill Heads To Governor
On this episode of The Legislature Today, a bill to rename the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) is on its way to the governor for a signature. Also, our guests have a discussion on food insecurity in West Virginia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More News$10 Million In Reserves For W.Va. Food Banks Now Activated
The Posey Perry Emergency Food Fund is named for Gov. Jim Justice’s uncle, who volunteered to help feed the hungry for much of his life.
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Combating Hunger in Mercer County
In Mercer County, nearly 175 food-insecure families get free, nutritious meal deliveries via DoorDash to combat rural child hunger in the Mountain State.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFree Summer Groceries And State School Board Intervenes In Upshur County On This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, families in one of West Virginia’s most food insecure counties will receive free groceries delivered to their door this summer. As Emily Rice reports, this project is a culmination of many partnerships.
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